Jess Mastorakos

Matchmaker Rule #1: Never fall in love with the client. Amy Thomas is in the running to become CEO of First Comes Love. All she has to do is outmatch her conniving co-worker. Maintaining her perfect matchmaking track record should be no problem, especially since her client is a hot Marine with bulging biceps and a killer smile. Gunnery Sergeant Dexter Harrington is not looking for love, but his mother has been laying on the guilt about not wanting him to die alone. So when she buys him the VIP package at Southern California's premier matchmaking company, he has no choice but to play ball. Right from the start, Dex recognizes Amy is a better match for him than any of the disastrous dates she arranges. Amy isn't going to let the gorgeous gunny get in the way of achieving her life's goal. What happens when the matchmaker is the perfect match for the Marine? A Match for the Marine is the first book in a clean romantic comedy series. Get ready to laugh and swoon as these three handsome Marines navigate the waters of love with humor and heart!

A Sweet Romantic Comedy

A Match for the Marine

Spencer and Ellie are just friends. Right? For Spencer, Ellie has always been his rock. His stability. The one who was there for him in his darkest hour. But he's never thought of her as more than a friend... until now. And that's just inconvenient, since he knows what she wants right down to how she takes her coffee, and it isn't him. Ellie wants a stable life and a white picket fence, so she only dates guys who want that, too. She knows Spencer doesn't do relationships. And besides, high school is over and he's about to be a U.S. Marine. It could never work... could it? Since they want different things, they're just fine remaining friends. That is, until one night changes everything. Back to You is a sweet romance suitable for all ages. This story is adapted from its original version, written by the author.

A Sweet, Friends-To-Lovers, Military Romance

Back to You

Matchmaker Rule #1: Never fall in love with the client. After working my way to the top, I’m in the running to become the CEO of Southern California’s premier matchmaking service. All I have to do is outmatch my conniving co-worker. Maintaining my perfect track record should be no problem, especially since my client is a hot Marine with bulging biceps and a killer smile. Matching him up should be easy as pie. Unfortunately, Dex isn’t too thrilled with his meddling mother for signing him up for my services. He seems more interested in me than any of the dates I arrange for him. But I will not let this gorgeous gunny get in the way of achieving my life’s goal. No matter how dashing and adorkable he is. A Match for the Marine was previously published as a novella in the First Comes Love box set, but is now fully expanded and re-released as a full-length standalone in a sweet romantic comedy series. Get ready for loyalty, laughter, and happily ever after!

What happens when a side gig working security turns into a royal calamity? Zara Astor is second in line to the throne of Arnada, but she dreams of being more than just a spare heir. While on vacation in America, she finally makes her move. She hatches a plan, ditches her security team, and lands firmly in the arms of a handsome Marine. Huck Wells is all about his family. Between his mom's mountain of medical debt and helping his deaf sister prepare for college next year, his plate is full and his wallet is empty. But when a runaway princess begs him to lend a hand, he can't help but oblige. Zara is desperate to make her dreams come true, no matter what it takes. Huck hates that he's falling for her after what happened last time he gave his heart away. Can this princess and her protector figure it out before she rides off into the sunset alone? Fans of modern-day royal romances will love this fish out of water adventure. Get ready for loyalty, laughter, and happily ever after in the third standalone book of the First Comes Love series!

A Princess for the Marine

Cooper sighed and lowered his forehead to mine. "I'm really getting sick of people interrupting us when I'm trying to kiss you, Angie Black." "Then stop trying to kiss me." Marine Staff Sergeant Charles Cooper is desperate. When he idiotically made up a fake girlfriend to appease his grandmother, he hadn't counted on Grandma Jean flying halfway across the country to meet her at Christmas. With only a few days until the big family dinner, he needs a girlfriend. Fast. Angie Black can think of few people who get under her skin more than Cooper. Unfortunately, she has to tolerate him since their best friends are married to each other. When Cooper asks her to be his fake girlfriend for a family dinner, Angie agrees only because she could use a fake boyfriend herself. Her entire office is invited to the wedding of their boss, and he happens to also be her ex. Their fake relationship seems to solve both of their problems. That is, until unexpected feelings arise. With his deployment looming, will they figure out that they're meant to be before they find themselves half a world apart? Christmas with You is a sweet holiday romance set in the world of The San Diego Marines. Each book can be read as a standalone. Check out the rest of the series: Forever with You (free prequel - jessmastorakos.com) Back to You - Spencer & Ellie - Book 1 Away from You - Matt & Olivia - Book 2 Christmas with You - Cooper & Angie - Book 3 Believing in You - Jake & Ivy - Book 4 (Coming Soon) Memories of You - Brooks & Cat - Book 5 (Coming Soon)

A Sweet, Fake Relationship, Military Romance

Christmas with You

Can the sergeant and the celebrity get their second chance? Sergeant Noah West was eighteen years old the last time he saw Paige Walker. He joined the Marines for a more stable life and she left to chase her movie star dreams. But no matter where the Marine Corps sends him, he can't help but hope that their paths might one day cross again. Paige was catapulted into stardom when she landed the role of a lifetime on what would become one of prime time's biggest medical dramas. After eight years on the show, she's ready for a change. There's just one problem-no one thinks she can play anything other than the role that made her famous. In a happy twist of fate, Noah and Paige are reunited thanks to a film opportunity in San Diego. She'll need his help to secure the part, but Noah isn't willing to let their relationship be purely business. As old fires spark back to life, can they pick up where they left off despite the scars from their time apart? If you like captivating chemistry, realistic military romance, and loyal friendships, then you'll love this unputdownable series by Jess Mastorakos. Adored by You is a clean romance set in the world of The San Diego Marines. Each book can be read as a standalone. Check out the rest of the series: Prequel: Forever with You - Vince & Sara (get it free at jessmastorakos.com) Back to You - Spencer & Ellie Away from You - Matt & Olivia Christmas with You - Cooper & Angie Believing in You - Jake & Ivy Memories of You - Brooks & Cat Home with You - Owen & Rachel Adored by You - Noah & Paige

A Sweet, Celebrity, Military Romance

Adored by You

A widowed Marine, his eight-year-old son, and the spunky PE teacher who keeps striking out at love... When Staff Sergeant Owen O'Malley gets orders to San Diego, the first thing he thinks about is how much his eight-year-old son, Finn, will love the beach. After losing his wife three years earlier, he knows they could both use a little sand between their toes. Rachel Peters decides San Diego holds her fresh start after her roommates find love and move out. Leaving Texas behind, she plans to soak up the sun, coach Little League, and teach PE to the military kids on base. She does not plan to fall for the handsome, single dad of one of her favorite students. Miramar is a small base, so when Owen and Rachel keep running into each other, they believe it's only because of their shared proximity. Little do they know, there's a four-foot-tall matchmaker pulling the strings. Will Finn accomplish his mission or will they balk at their chance for true love? If you like captivating chemistry, realistic military romance, and loyal friendships, then you'll love this unputdownable series by Jess Mastorakos. Home with You is a clean romance set in the world of The San Diego Marines. Each book can be read as a standalone. Check out the rest of the series: Prequel: Forever with You - Vince & Sara (get it free at jessmastorakos.com) Back to You - Spencer & Ellie Away from You - Matt & Olivia Christmas with You - Cooper & Angie Believing in You - Jake & Ivy Memories of You - Brooks & Cat Home with You - Owen & Rachel Adored by You - Noah & Paige

A Sweet, Single Dad, Military Romance

Home with You

Sometimes your soul remembers what your mind has forgotten... US Marine Travis Brooks is ecstatic when his wife wakes up in the hospital after a horrific car accident. His joy quickly fades when he discovers that she's suffering from post-traumatic amnesia and has an incomplete memory of their relationship. As far as Cat's concerned, they're broken up. Not happily married. Catherine Brooks has no memory of the last ten years. She's mystified as to why her ex-boyfriend would be sitting vigil at her bedside. The last thing she remembers is breaking up with him right before he left for bootcamp. Now he stands before her as a decorated Marine, rings on both of their fingers, telling her they're in love. Travis is willing to do anything to help his wife put the pieces of her memory--and their marriage--back together, whether she likes it or not. He has to. He took a vow to love her in sickness and in health. But will Cat want to fight for their marriage, even though she can't remember pledging the same vow? If you like captivating chemistry, realistic military romance, and loyal friendships, then you'll love this unputdownable series by Jess Mastorakos. Memories of You is a clean romance set in the world of The San Diego Marines. Each book can be read as a standalone. Check out the rest of the series: Prequel: Forever with You - Vince & Sara (get it free at jessmastorakos.com) Back to You - Spencer & Ellie Away from You - Matt & Olivia Christmas with You - Cooper & Angie Believing in You - Jake & Ivy Memories of You - Brooks & Cat Home with You - Owen & Rachel (Available for Pre-Order) Adored by You - Noah & Paige (Coming Soon)

A Sweet, Memory Loss, Military Romance

Memories of You

How do you make a long-distance relationship last? Don't fall for your brother's best friend. While on deployment, Jake Murphy takes to online dating hoping to find someone to share forever with back home. His connection with a beautiful kindergarten teacher is everything he was looking for. That is, until he realizes she's his best friend's sister. After being dumped by her high school sweetheart, Ivy Brooks gets pushed into online dating by her well-meaning friends. Despite her reluctance, she hits it off with a handsome Marine. Too bad her brother would never be cool with her dating one of his friends ... especially after what happened last time. Jake and Ivy know they shouldn't keep talking, but late-night flirting and inside jokes leave them both glued to their phones. Their secret is bound to come out sooner or later. Will their love survive the fallout? If you like captivating chemistry, realistic military romance, and loyal friendships, then you'll love this unputdownable series by Jess Mastorakos. Believing in You is a clean romance set in the world of The San Diego Marines. Each book can be read as a standalone. Check out the rest of the series: Prequel: Forever with You - Vince & Sara (get it free at jessmastorakos.com) Back to You - Spencer & Ellie Away from You - Matt & Olivia Christmas with You - Cooper & Angie Believing in You - Jake & Ivy Memories of You - Brooks & Cat (Available for Pre-Order)

A Sweet, Brother's Best Friend, Military Romance

Believing in You

Lance Corporal Matthew Mills returned home from his first deployment with more than just a bullet wound. While he knew that injury would heal, he feared the invisible ones never would. He couldn't trust his own mind anymore and the only way to keep Olivia safe was to push her away ... maybe for good. Olivia wanted nothing more than to stand by her husband while he battled PTSD. If he needed time and space, that's what she'd give him. But how long was too long? Just when she was about to lose hope, fate and a few meddling friends stepped in. A week in the woods at Big Bear Lake promises relaxation, fun with friends, and adventure. Without the pressures of the outside world, Olivia hopes she can convince him that their love is worth fighting for. And as much as it scares him, Matt can't help but want to let her. Away from You: A Sweet, Second Chance Military Romance is the second book in The San Diego Marines Series. If you enjoyed Back to You (Spencer and Ellie's story), be sure to watch them play matchmaker with Matt and Olivia! This book has been adapted from its original version, written by the author.

A Sweet, Second Chance Military Romance

Away from You

Somebody to Lean On

Blind dating for the digital age. What could go wrong? When my best friend asks me to test his new dating app, I'm not sure it's a good idea. After all, I'm moving out of the country in six months. What's the point? But he insists it's just to help him out, so I give it a shot. Plus, the mystery of it is kind of fun. There are no photos until you've been talking for thirty days, so it's all about the connection. What I didn't expect was to immediately hit it off with a bookish charmer on the app at the same time as someone pretty similar in real life. Two women? Why couldn't this happen when I wasn't about to leave? Now that I thought about it, BookishDreamer from the app reminds me a lot of Claire from the real world... wouldn't it be crazy if they were the same person? Nah. What are the odds of that? Fans of You've Got Mail will love this mistaken identity rom-com! Get ready for loyalty, laughter, and happily ever after in the second standalone book of the First Comes Love series!

A Blind Date for the Marine

He needs this promotion. But if he wins, what will he lose? Hunter Wilson has done everything right in nearly a decade as a Marine, but it will all come crashing down if he doesn't pick up a rank soon. Recruiting duty is his chance to earn the promotion that will save his career. There's just one thing standing in his way. Her. Shots were fired the moment Sergeant Nora Cannon met her hotheaded coworker, Hunter. They are in constant competition, and he is as infuriating as he is handsome. But that doesn't matter, because she'd never date a fellow Marine. But as Hunter and Nora get closer on the job, they each learn there is more to the other than meets the eye. Can they figure out a way for them to both get what they want? Heartbeats in Honolulu is the fifth book in this sweet military romance series and is told from both points of view in the first person. Each book can be read as a standalone but they are fun to read in order! Follow along with six handsome heroes in these interconnected stories about the Marines stationed in Kailua, Hawaii. Kailua Marines Treasured in Turtle Bay - Roman & Molly Promises at Pyramid Rock - Mac & Ana Stranded at the Sandbar - Tyler & Kate Romance on the Reef - PJ & Maggie Heartbeats in Honolulu - Hunter & Nora Christmas in Kailua - Logan & Tess

A Sweet, Workplace, Military Romance

Heartbeats in Honolulu

My best friend is basically my dream girl. Too bad I can't have her. As a Marine who jumps out of perfectly good airplanes for fun, you could say I'm fine with taking risks. But not when it comes to Shelby. For years, I've been firmly in the friend zone, right where she wants me. And since I won't risk our friendship, that's where I'll stay. But I can't pine over her forever. When I propose to my girlfriend and get rejected in front of the whole town, the joke's on me. Turns out proposing to the wrong woman because you can't have the right one is a bad idea. Shelby's always had my heart. Can I convince her to trust me with hers? The Proposal is the first book in a sweet, small town, military romance series. Each book is a standalone romance but they are fun to read in order!

A Sweet, Small Town, Military Romance

The Proposal

Blind dating for the digital age. What could go wrong? Claire Madden is shocked when she's asked to test a new app that mimics blind dating. Meeting your soul mate online with no pictures? She couldn't imagine. But she's willing to give it a shot. After all, her crush in the real world is leaving the country. Mateo Lopez is moving to Germany in six months, so he's only on the app to help the developers look for bugs. But then he starts falling for a fellow bookworm in the app, and suddenly he thinks there might be something to this blind dating thing. Claire would much rather chat with her online beau than fall for the Marine in her real life. Mateo knows something she doesn't, and he wonders what will happen when they reveal their true identities. Will she come with him? Or will he have to leave her behind? Fans of You've Got Mail will love this mistaken identity rom-com! Get ready for loyalty, laughter, and happily ever after in the second standalone book of the First Comes Love trilogy!

An actress who loves Christmas ... Holly Rhodes is in Snow Hill, PA to star in the movie of her dreams - a Christmas romance. She's always been obsessed with the magic of the season, so she's not surprised to fall in love with this charming town and the handsome owner of the inn where she's staying. Even if he is a bit of a Scrooge. And an innkeeper who's taunted by mistletoe and memories. Nick Patterson knows better than to fall for a holiday movie star. He's been there, done that, and has the emotional scars to prove it. Besides, he doesn't need any distractions while he works against the clock to bring the town's forty-fifth annual Gingerbread Ball to life. Can the slow burn between Holly and Nick ignite into a love that lasts longer than the Christmas season, or will it all go up in flames? Holly and Nick's story is a sweet Christmas romance, suitable for all ages.

A Sweet Holiday Romance

A Movie Star for Christmas

People dream of being stranded in paradise... until it happens for real. A few months ago, Chief Warrant Officer Tyler Stone would have loved the idea of being stranded on a deserted island with Kate. Until she ghosted him, he'd thought she was the one. Now she's back and wants to make amends, so against his better judgment, he invites her out for a day on the water. What could go wrong? Kate Wilson is absolutely terrified of the ocean. So when Tyler invites her on his boat, her instincts tell her to run. But she'd kill for a chance to win him back. When the boat sinks and they wind up stranded, she knows they'll need to trust each other to survive. Stuck on a tiny island with nothing else to do, Kate hopes she can convince Tyler to give her a second chance. But with a deployment looming, can Tyler trust that she won't break his heart again while he's gone? Stranded at the Sandbar is book three in this sweet military romance series and is told in both points of view in first person. Each book can be read as a standalone but are fun to read in order!

A Sweet, Castaway, Military Romance

Stranded at the Sandbar

Will this Marine risk everything for a chance to leave the friend zone? Ethan "Mac" McCarthy is secretly in love with his best friend, Ana. It all started on the playground when she kicked him down the slide because he was too scared to take the plunge. But they haven't lived in the same town since they were kids, so it's been easy to keep their relationship platonic. The only person Ana Vincent can count on is her long-distance best friend, Mac. He knows her better than anyone. When he suggests she finally get her own place instead of hunting for yet another roommate, that's exactly what she does. And boy is he in for a surprise when he finds out where she's bought a house. Mac has always told himself their physical distance was the only thing keeping him from admitting his true feelings. He doesn't think she feels the same way. How will he keep his secret with her right under his nose again? Treasured in Turtle Bay is the second book in a new sweet military romance series. Follow along with six handsome heroes in these interconnected stories about the Marines stationed in Kailua, Hawaii.

A Sweet, Best Friends, Military Romance

Promises at Pyramid Rock

It's all fun and games until their fake relationship sparks real feelings. Molly Whitman's carefully arranged life unravels when her fiancé dumps her right before their wedding. Now she's headed to Hawaii on the honeymoon of a lifetime-alone. Helicopter Crew Chief Roman Russo has never thought of himself as a knight in shining armor. But when Molly forgets to cancel some honeymoon activities and needs someone to stand in as her husband, he's right there to save the day. Armed with her fake husband and three weeks of sand, sun, and sightseeing, Molly intends to forget the past and move forward. But is pretending to be married to this handsome Marine clouding her vision of the future? Treasured in Turtle Bay is the first book in a new sweet military romance series. Follow along with six handsome heroes in these interconnected stories about the Marines stationed in Kailua, Hawaii.

Treasured in Turtle Bay

She's been hurt before. As a U.S. Marine, he's the embodiment of loyalty. After being left at the altar, Sara came home to run her parents' bookstore. She's sworn off love, but as she gets to know the handsome Marine Recruiter who works next door, she can't help but wonder if he might be just the man she always needed. Sergeant Vince Moore is struck by Sara the moment he meets her. To win her love, he'll have to show her he's trustworthy and reliable. But with a job like his, long hours and broken promises are part of the territory. As Vince and Sara get closer, can their relationship survive the demands of the Marine Corps and her past coming back to haunt her? If you like captivating chemistry, realistic military romance, and loyal friendships, then you'll love this unputdownable series by Jess Mastorakos. Back to You is a clean romance set in the world of The San Diego Marines. Each book can be read as a standalone. Check out the rest of the series: Prequel: Forever with You - Vince & Sara (get it free at jessmastorakos.com) Back to You - Spencer & Ellie Away from You - Matt & Olivia Christmas with You - Cooper & Angie Believing in You - Jake & Ivy Memories of You - Brooks & Cat (Available for Pre-Order) Home with You - Owen & Rachel (Coming Soon) Adored by You - Noah & Paige (Coming Soon)

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